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When it comes to voice and communication, everyone seems to have an opinion about what women should do to "fix" themselves. Women, especially women leaders, are navigating a minefield of expectations and "do's/do not's" as communicators - often confusing, often reductive, and often directly contraditory. With all this noise, how do we express ourselves with confidence and clarity? What does being a leader sound like?  Join us for a virtual walk-through as we discuss these questions and gain insights from experts in the field of communication. Vital Voice Training is a voice and speech coaching company founded to help clients communicate with savvy, charisma, and confidence.  Whether you are giving a speech, leading a sales appointment or a brand new team, pitching your big idea for funding, or just finding the courage to make your voice heard, co-founders Julie Fogh and Casey Erin Clark's extensive backgrounds in speech coaching and...

Find out how to take control of your career and earn your worth. For many of us, 2020 has been a year focused simply on surviving, but looking ahead, how can you make 2021 a year about thriving? One way to thrive in your career is to be more intentional about how you engage in career conversations with your leader. If you’re interested in increasing the likelihood of success when talking about stretch assignments, promotions or asking for a raise, then you need to be prepared. Join Lauren Herring, CEO of IMPACT Group and internationally recognized career and leadership development expert, to discuss best practices when engaging in these strategic conversations. We will cover the three career accelerators that are particularly critical for women to focus on in their career and leadership journeys, guide you in how to plan for performance conversations, and you’ll leave with an actionable job aid...

Many of us cherish the wisdom of an experienced professional who provides go-to advice to help you grow. But how do you find the right mentor, make the ask and keep up productive, ongoing conversations? In this interactive webinar, Erin Bosch, Senior Talent and Leadership Consultant at Sanford Health, will share how to prioritize your goals and needs – so you can turn them into action to foster meaningful relationships. Sally West of Charter Communications will also explain how to get involved in the 2021 WICT Midwest Mentor Program she leads. This session is ideal for mentors, mentees and anyone who wants to get involved in mentorship. Webinar registrants will receive a link to complete a short online exercise a couple days before the event.

Join us, virtually, for this exciting afternoon filled with influential and inspiring leaders, cutting edge technologies, critical updates from Washington, and stories of women changing the technology landscape. Tech It Out is a cutting-edge celebration of new technologies, innovation, STEM and Student Outreach, leadership, expert speakers, and influential technology Leaders in the Midwest Region. Reserve your ticket at eventbrite. Read more about the Tech it Out speakers.

Join Dr. Teddi Joyce to learn why online personal branding is important and how to improve how you present yourself online to achieve your professional goals. Dr. Joyce is Associate Professor at Jacksonville State University. She has more than 20 years of industry and academic work in marketing, public relations and advertising, with research in topics including leadership communication and strategic marketing communication. Register on Eventbrite for this free event.

First and second year WICT Midwest members are invited to join this virtual happy hour to make connections and learn more about the WICT touchstones and offerings like scholarships and learning opportunities.

The world of social media changes rapidly. Many of us have questions, like: Who is using TikTok, and what exactly is Clubhouse? How can we keep our kids safe on social media? What are some best practices for protecting your personal information on social media? How can we use social media ethically? Join a group of social media professionals for a live Twitter chat and Q&A about these topics and more.

About the workshop: This interactive workshop is designed to help leaders build stronger more defined culture and to help them take better care of their people in this time. In the session, we will learn several strategies to help us navigate the world of virtual work, with a focus on creating stronger connections, building positive behaviors and creating opportunity for meaning at work. Who it’s for: If you care about the culture of your team, this workshop is for you. Originally designed for leaders, Enhancing Culture is perfect for anyone willing to challenge the status quo and bring bold ideas into their team. What it does: Motivates, inspires and creates action toward more engaged and fulfilled employees. What you’ll learn:  How to build team trust and connection from behind our screens How build positive behaviors that create team success How to use language and storytelling to ignite change How to...

Happy Hour with a focus on topics as they relate to members who have been with WICT for more than 2 years (but open to everyone). The focus will be to encourage and inspire members to participate in and leverage WICT to become their authentic confident self. Seasoned board members will be facilitators and share successes and trials of building their brand(s).

Ever looked back at a situation and say: “If only I said, …” “I wish I would have …” “Why did I respond with such … instead of ….” “Why do I always get in my own way…” “OMG! Why didn’t I just say, ….” “Why did I let ____ get the best of me!?” Self Awareness is an integral part of your success because it emanates through every interaction you have, whether verbal or physical. What you’ll take away from this webinar: 1. What is Emotional Intelligence & Fitness 2. Knowing your story 3. How to create a new one 4. Taking action 5. Tips and recommendations for interacting with your peers Success starts with you TODAY!

Join us on August 26 for a discussion of “Broad Band: The Untold Story of the Women Who Made the Internet” with author Claire Evans! The history of technology you probably know is one of men and machines, garages and riches, alpha nerds and brogrammers. But female visionaries have always been at the vanguard of technology and innovation—they’ve just been erased from the story. Until now. Join the ranks of the pioneers who defied convention and the longest odds to become database poets, information-wranglers, hypertext dreamers, and glass ceiling-shattering dot com-era entrepreneurs. Welcome to the Broad Band. You’re next. Register for this event. 

Interested in learning more about the technology behind the products and services we offer our customers? This interactive virtual session provides a comprehensive look at how these fascinating technologies have evolved within our industry, presented in a relatable manner that is accessible to anyone – regardless of their technical background!   View event recording

Make a Positive Impact at Any Level Learn how to grow and apply a leadership mindset, no matter your role or seniority. Key Topics: • Explore ways to leverage your strengths and uncover opportunities to take the lead • Identify natural leadership qualities and learn to build on your own leadership skills • Discover how to maximize impact through “ROI” – Relationships, Outcomes and Improvements

Help the WICT Midwest Chapter celebrate the 2020 & 2021 Spirit of the Midwest award winners and nominees at this FREE hybrid event! WICT Midwest will be honoring stand-out women from our industry in four different categories: Volunteer of the Year, Woman in Technology, Rising Leader, and Spirit of the Midwest. Those able to join us in-person will enjoy an evening of hors d'oeuvres, cocktails and networking at Spazio Westport. The celebration will also include inspirational guest speakers and the official announcement of our award winners. The party and ceremony will either stream live or be recorded for those who won’t be able to make it to the venue, so we look forward to connecting with you in whatever format you choose! This is a great opportunity to get acquainted with other chapter members and the WICT Midwest Board of Directors to find out how to get more involved with...

Plan. Execute. Achieve. Own Your Goals! Learn how to create your career vision and acquire skills to help you execute your goals in your professional life. Key Topics: • The importance of exploring possibilities, building a plan and showcasing your value internally • Discovering individual paths to professional achievement and defining your own measures of success

Applications for The WICT Network: Midwest's Premier Management Development Series are due March 4. Program acceptance notifications will be sent on March 25, 2022.

The WICT Network: Washington DC/Baltimore presents this virtual event on lessons on being an effective change catalyst. Hear from leading women professionals in D.C. as they share insights, tips, and lessons about their own personal career journeys. Our discussion will also zero in on the future outlook of the telecommunications industry and how leaders are helping to shape the narrative around connectivity and the internet economy. Discussion with: The Honorable Annie Kuster, Congresswoman, New Hampshire Member, House Energy and Commerce Committee Register at Eventbrite

During this workshop, you’ll learn how to discern the difference between being busy and being intentional with your time. From personal experience, Marcy shares her method of defining and achieving small, meaningful goals so that you can live your life on purpose. Paradigm Shift - Busy to Intentional Short Seasons vs. Long Term Commitments Visioning Saying No Exercise / Activity Location: Webinar   About our Speaker: Mary Bursac People-centered and brazen, Marcy Bursac is one of those people who has an infectious, positive outlook. She joined Charter Communications after over a decade in nonprofit philanthropy work. While remote homeschooling her children during the pandemic, Marcy began to see a gap between adults with the desire to adopt and the 115,000 adoptable children within the U.S. With a heart for those children, and a deep desire to take action, Marcy wrote a book, "The Forgotten Adoption Option: A How-To and Self-Reflection...

Learn how to protect yourself & your business from becoming a victim of cybercrime. Join us for the region’s 2nd Annual Official Cyber Security Summit, rated Top 5 InfoSec Conference Worldwide, held on Friday, May 13th at the Marriott St. Louis Grand. If you cannot attend in person, you may register to join virtually.